| Lewis Peak Trail (6) |
| Length: 2.5 miles, one way | Difficulty: Moderate |
| Elevation: 7,900' to 8,030' | Trail surface: Dirt |
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| Trail status: Open |
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Trail summary:
You can access the Lewis peak trail from the Skyline Trail South. NOTE: mileage is from the intersection with the Skyline Trail. Total mileage from trailhead is approximately 5 miles one way.
Note: This trail is open to off-road motorcycles.
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Description:
It's best to think of Lewis Trail as an interesting sideline from the South Skyline Trail (See Trail #7). Most people access the Lewis Trail from the North Ogden Divide Trailhead, heading south for about two miles on the South Skyline Trail before taking a right at the first fork. The 2.5 mile Lewis Peak Trail begins at this first fork. The first two miles is a steady climb of about 1500 feet.
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Trailhead location:
Access Lewis Peak from the South Skyline Trail, starting at the North Ogden Divide Trailhead. Park in the lot at the trailhead and head south.
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Trail history:
Lewis Peak Trail takes its name from Lewis Warren Shurtliff, who, during his boyhood as a Mormon pioneer, was one of three boys to climb this peak of 8,030 feet.
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Animals you may see:
Moose, deer, mountain lions, lots and lots of birds.
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